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U.S. Energy Secretary Pledges to Reverse Focus on Climate Change NYT » World News To applause from oil and gas executives, Chris Wright said natural gas was preferable to renewable energy and climate change was a “side effect of building the modern world.”

A Young Prince of Luxembourg Dies of a Rare Genetic Disease NYT » World News Prince Frederik, 22, was a founder and the creative director of a foundation that raised awareness of POLG disorder.

Skirmish in Syrian Capital Raises Fears of Expanding Violence NYT » World News The overnight incident in Damascus appeared to have been contained, but it has heightened concerns that the violence sweeping the country’s coastal region could spread.

Oil Tanker and Container Ship Collide in the North Sea NYT » World News Britain’s coast guard said it was “coordinating the emergency response to reports of a collision between a tanker and cargo vessel,” and that a fire had broken out.

Think You Understand Your Dog? Think Again. NYT » World News People interpret a dog’s emotions based on its situation and have “a big blind spot” for the actual animal, a new study found.

Trump’s Attacks Give Zelensky a Popularity Boost in Ukraine NYT » World News The Ukrainian leader’s approval rating is rising, and critics have backed off after he was humiliated and criticized by President Trump, who has also demanded new elections in Ukraine.

Everyone Has a Plan For Gaza. None of Them Add Up. NYT » World News Since President Trump suggested expelling the territory’s population, Middle East leaders have rushed to propose options for postwar Gaza. Each is unacceptable to either Israel or Hamas, or both.

Zelensky Is Set to Meet With Saudi Crown Prince Before U.S.-Ukraine Talks NYT » World News The Ukrainian president is trying to secure a favorable deal to end his country’s war with Russia. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a host to talks that the Trump administration is pursuing with Moscow and Kyiv.

Covid-19: Enduring Images of a Global Crisis, 5 Years On NYT » World News New York Times photographers covered Covid-19 throughout the world. These pictures, and the moments behind them, stayed with them.

What We Know About the Clashes in Syria NYT » World News Over 1,300 people have been killed in fierce clashes between government forces and gunmen loyal to the Assad regime, according to a war monitor, in a serious challenge to the country’s new rulers.

Iran Signals Openness to Limited Nuclear Talks With U.S. NYT » World News Iran’s U.N. mission said it would be willing to discuss its nuclear program if talks were restricted to military concerns, after its supreme leader appeared to reject President Trump’s offer to start discussions.

Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings NYT » World News When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark.

His Bollywood Spoofs Brought Joy to a Mill Town. Then Bollywood Came Calling. NYT » World News An Indian biopic tells the story of Nasir Shaikh, whose no-budget, all-heart productions gave his home city of Malegaon a film industry of its own.

4 Takeaways From Canada’s Election NYT » World News Mark Carney, a former central banker, now heads the Liberal Party and will soon lead Canada, tasked with responding to President Trump’s threats.

Trump Looms Over Greenland’s Election, but Voters Have Other Concerns NYT » World News President Trump keeps saying he wants to “get” Greenland. On Tuesday, Greenland votes for a new parliament that could shape its future relations with the United States.

Monday Briefing NYT » World News Canada’s next prime minister.

Russian Forces Depleted and Stalling on Eastern Front, Ukraine Says NYT » World News But as Ukraine prepares to meet with U.S. officials, Ukrainian soldiers say they are bracing for attacks to take advantage of a pause in U.S. intelligence.

Mark Carney to Be the Next Prime Minister of Canada NYT » World News The prominent central banker and investor was chosen in a crucial leadership race amid threats from President Trump. He is expected to quickly call a federal election.

Romania Bars Ultranationalist Candidate From Presidential Race NYT » World News The country’s electoral commission ruled on Sunday that Calin Georgescu, an outspoken critic of Ukraine and NATO, could not compete in the do-over election.

Mark Carney to Be the Next Prime Minister of Canada NYT » World News The prominent central banker and investor was chosen in a crucial leadership race amid threats from President Trump. He is expected to quickly call a federal election.